Senior Veterinary Assistant
Senior Veterinary Assistant
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$ 25 - 26
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Job Description
Summary:
Who we are Community Veterinary Clinic Bronx:
Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care We did. The ASPCAs Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics serving the most underserved communities in New York Miami and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets health and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA you join a team of over 1000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge skills and passion for the animals we serve.
What youll do:
The Senior Veterinary Assistant (SVA) Community Veterinary Clinic (CVC) is a vital member of our veterinary medical team. The SVA supports two program functions spay/neuter surgery and primary pet care for pet cats and dogs living with their families in ASPCA Focus areas and animals in the care of the rescue community in New York City. Throughout the day SVAs are responsible for client communication assisting the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician animal handling preparing animals for surgery entering medical records and monitoring patients while they are under anesthesia.
What youll get:
Work/life balance:
paid vacation time to relax
paid sick time to heal
ten paid holidays to observe
plus paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like
Terrific benefits package: medical dental and vision insurance pretax dependent care and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs) 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service employerpaid life and longterm disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)
Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional
Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on
Work Schedule
This is typically a Monday Friday 8 hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled work day.
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to education training experience location business needs internal equity market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.
The target hiring range for this role is $25.00 $26.44per hour
For more information on our benefits offerings visit our website.
Responsibilities:
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Medical 60
Care for up to 3540 cats and dogs per day in spay/neuter surgery
Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care our staff and for our clients by using lowstress handling techniques during various procedures (examples: exams treatments injections venipuncture intubation)
Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in preoperative operative and postoperative phases
Take direction regarding medical protocols and animal care from the clinic veterinarian or veterinary technician
Organize and maintain preoperative area and operating room for patient anesthesia surgical preparation and sterilization
Ensure anesthesia machines pulse oximeters scales and other equipment are functional and report equipment that is not working properly
Clean sonicate pack and sterilize surgical instruments and endotracheal tubes
Work with coworkers to clean and disinfect animal areas and facility while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment
Assist with patient exams take medical history perform diagnostic testing and prepare medications to go home with the client/patient
Provide support and medical services in special cases as needed including evaluation of animals living in hoarding situations
Customer Service 30
Communicate with all clients in a nonjudgmental effective and professional manner
Greet clients and assist with the intake process including assisting clients in filling out intake and service documents flag relevant medical history
Communicate basic veterinary medical concepts to clients including but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks
Explain information provided by the veterinarian about an animals condition to clients
Other 10
Enter medical information into digital data bases as appropriate
Represent ASPCA in a professional and courteous manner
Provide medical information and representation to other ASPCA departments
Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Follow all written and verbally communicated CM Standard Operating Procedures
Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleagues
Participate in veterinary/medical training of CM staff ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching discussion and demonstration
Attend staff meetings and training sessions
Perform other duties as assigned
Exemplifies the ASPCAs Core Values:
HasCommitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
DemonstratesOwnership and feels responsible for outcomes
Believes inTeam that we are stronger together
Seeks toElevate others and reimagine what is possible
Focuses onImpact specifically making change for animals
Qualifications:
Experience using a computer and navigating software applications
Ability to lift and carry 40plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with assistance
Ability to work standing for 8 or more hours
Fear Free Shelter certification is required within 60 days of hire
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions
Must maintain open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn implement and teach new protocols
Excellent animal handling skills (cats dogs)
Strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved communities
Education and Work Experience:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Minimum 1 year animal handling in a professional setting required veterinary medical experience preferred
Language:
English (Required)
Bilingual (Spanish) Strongly Preferred
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Qualifications:
See above for qualifications details.Language:
English (Required) SpanishEducation and Work Experience:
High School Diploma (Required)Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex national origin ancestry gender gender identity or expression age marital or domestic partner status citizenship status sexual orientation disability genetic information military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCAs standard application process which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCAs People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race color creed religion sex national origin ancestry gender gender identity or expression age marital or domestic partner status citizenship status sexual orientation disability genetic information military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
